Museums in Georgia
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Georgia maintains an extensive network of museums preserving the country's archaeological, historical, and artistic heritage. The Georgian National Museum network includes institutions dedicated to archaeology, fine arts, ethnography, and natural history. Notable collections include artifacts from ancient Colchis and Iberia, medieval Georgian manuscripts and religious art, and 20th-century Georgian avant-garde paintings. Major museums are concentrated in Tbilisi, though regional museums throughout Georgia preserve local cultural heritage. Many institutions occupy historic buildings, including former residences of notable Georgian figures and repurposed medieval structures.
Georgian National Museum
National Museum
Principal museum institution in Georgia, housing archaeological, historical, and ethnographic collections. Features artifacts from ancient Colchis and Iberia, medieval Georgian treasures, and exhibits on Georgian history from prehistoric times to the modern era. Part of the Georgian National Museum network.
Open Air Museum of Ethnography
Open Air Museum
Open-air ethnographic museum on Turtle Lake hillside displaying traditional Georgian architecture from different regions. Features over 70 traditional houses, structures, and artifacts showing diverse Georgian regional building styles and rural life. Includes working demonstrations of traditional crafts.
Museum of Fine Arts
Art Museum
Principal fine arts museum in Georgia, featuring Georgian medieval icons, paintings, metalwork, and textiles. Collection includes Georgian avant-garde art from the early 20th century, European paintings, and decorative arts. Named after Georgian art historian Shalva Amiranashvili.
Museum of Fine Arts
Art Museum
Art museum featuring Georgian and international art collections, including medieval Georgian religious art, icons, enamel work, 19th and 20th century Georgian painting, and works by European masters. The museum occupies a former theological seminary building on Rustaveli Avenue and is part of the Georgian National Museum network.
About Museums in Georgia
- How many museums are registered in Georgia?
- The Georgia Business Registry currently lists 4 museums, of which 4 are verified through official sources. They are located in Tbilisi (4).
- Where can I find museums in Georgia?
- Museums in Georgia are primarily located in Tbilisi. Tbilisi has the most listings with 4 registered museums.
- How are museums verified?
- Each listing is verified through official sources including government registries, official business websites, and direct submissions. Verified listings have been confirmed through at least one authoritative source with documented evidence. See our verification policy and methodology for details.
- How can I suggest a correction?
- If you notice inaccurate information for any museum listing, you can submit a correction through our corrections page. All corrections are reviewed before being applied.